Jin Akanishi (赤西仁) (b. July 4, 1984 in Tokyo, Japan) is a Japanese singer-s… Read Full Bio ↴Jin Akanishi (赤西仁) (b. July 4, 1984 in Tokyo, Japan) is a Japanese singer-songwriter, actor, seiyū, television personality and former radio host. Akanishi became a member of the popular J-pop group, KAT-TUN, in 2001 and shared lead vocal duty with 亀梨和也 before he left the group in 2010. Since the group's debut in 2006, it has achieved 18 consecutive number ones (including studio albums) on the Oricon charts.

He is also the lead vocalist of LANDS, a temporary band assembled to promote his film, Bandage. The band's single, BANDAGE, and subsequent album, OLYMPOS, both reached number 1 on the Oricon charts.

Akanishi moved to Tokyo, Japan in the first grade. His interest was piqued in the entertainment industry and his parents sent his application to Johnny & Associates on his behalf in 1998. Though he technically failed his audition, he was told to stay by Johnny Kitagawa himself when he tried to return his number plate. Before being part of KAT-TUN, he was in a number of ジャニーズJr. groups like M.A.D., J2000 and B.A.D..

Besides his work in music, Akanishi is also a budding actor with roles in the second season of popular NTV school drama, Gokusen, Anego and Yukan Club, for which he was voted Best Actor in the 11th Nikkan Sports Grand Prix. He made his silver screen debut in 2010 in the award-winning film "Bandage", directed by Mr.Children producer, Takeshi Kobayashi. He was also a co-host of KAT-TUN's own variety show, Cartoon KAT-TUN until it ended in February 2010, and used to host a radio program called "KAT-TUN Style" with bandmate 田口淳之介 (Junnosuke Taguchi) from October 2007 to March 2008.

Akanishi went on a sabbatical from KAT-TUN from October 2006 to April 2007 to study English in Los Angeles. He has since used his increasing fluency in the language to pen many all English tracks, "Lovejuice" and "Wonder" being two of them and the latter being a duet with Crystal Kay. He has also collaborated with her on another track entitled "Helpless Night". He also collaborated with fellow JE artist and best friend, 山下智久 (Tomohisa Yamashita), on a song called "Eternal" which was composed entirely by him for a mutual friend's wedding. The song was first performed at Yamashita's concert at Yokohama Arena on November 23, 2009.

Akanishi embarked on a month-long solo series of concerts in Tokyo entitled You & Jin in February 2010. This solo tour was later expanded to include three shows in Los Angeles in June 2010. The opportunity to perform overseas came at a cost - he could not join KAT-TUN on their national arena tour and subsequent Asia tour, due to a clash of schedules. In July 2010, he announced on his blog that he would be leaving KAT-TUN to pursue a solo career.

His other known solo songs are "Care", "Aisareru Yori Aishitai", "Girisha", "ha-ha", "Kimi wo Omou Toki", "Murasaki", "Ooki na Furudokei", "Pinky" and "Zutto Dakishimetai".

A PAGE
赤西仁 Lyrics

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You and I You and I You and I
You and I You and I You and I
I got 2, 5 years
to tell yall about
25 tears cried and set aside
for a bxxxx that lied
Now I sit inside can't believe
that I tried

But I'd let it all go
just to know
Did you really trust in me or
was it just a show
Now the shows that I go get
a little bit longer
And the motivation
gets a little stronger
So it's on her she
dropped the ball
In the summers when I fall
Cuz you made that call
I keep moving on with
my mind on the goal
Nothing could a stopped
this my cups not full
Now it shows that you
didn't all know
When I had to let it go
So you hear my heart flow
Let us break it down
Easily you understand
Easily I had a plan
Even if you make me fall
Just know I'm gonna take a stand

You and I You and I You and I
You and I You and I You and I
Pray for protection when
I step on the stage
Let the lights of this life
blast the pain away
And I know there was nothing
that you could ever
tell me it's true
I had it all figured out and now
I'm running it through
Stay moving dust starts to
settle around
Gave up a little life just to
gain a little ground
How'd make it
this far without your love
in my life
Carry me close to your heart
I know it's hard
An nothing can compare when
the feelings is there
You got a little something
something love-in like
you never had nothing
Frontin just to get up and go
I'd do it for you and
I know you know
The sound that
lingered in my ears
was made by your tears
That told me that you love me
wanna make it last
But we only had
what is done is bad
Now I look to the
sky just to cry
So forgive and let's live
this life that I missed
Let's hit this life say hello
with a fist
We wished we knew now
we can't stop it
You didn't make it
I just can't top it
So I ask will you
bless me pleases
Expanding my territories
North to south
just hear his mouth
The hands get weak and
knees give out
I'm out

You and I You and I You and I
You and I You and I You and I
I got 2, 5 years
to tell yall about
25 tears cried and set aside
for a bxxxx that lied
Now I sit inside can't believe
that I tried
But I'd let it all go
just hear know
Did you really trust in me or
was it just a show
Now the shows that I go get
a little bit longer

And the motivation gets
a little stronger

Overall Meaning

The lyrics of "A PAGE" by 赤西仁 (Akanishi Jin) seem to recount the personal struggles and emotional pain experienced by the artist over the years. The repetition of "You and I" throughout the song suggests that it is directed towards someone that the artist was emotionally invested in. The lyrics talk about how the artist had to let go of something that wasn't good for him and how this made him stronger, even though it was painful. The artist reflects on the trust that he once placed in someone and wonders if it was genuine or just for show.

Line by Line Meaning

You and I You and I You and I
Repetition of the line emphasizes the closeness between the singer and the listener.

I got 2, 5 years to tell yall about
The singer has a story to share with the audience that spans a period of 25 years.

25 tears cried and set aside for a bxxxx that lied
The singer experienced 25 years of heartbreak and disappointment due to a past relationship with someone who was deceitful.

Now I sit inside can't believe that I tried
The singer cannot believe that he had tried to make the relationship work despite the lies and deception.

But I'd let it all go just to know
The singer would have walked away from the relationship if he had known the truth earlier.

Did you really trust in me or was it just a show
The singer questions if his partner's love and trust for him were genuine or just an act.

Now the shows that I go get a little bit longer
The singer's performances are becoming more successful and popular, indicating that he is moving on from the past relationship.

And the motivation gets a little stronger
The singer's drive and determination increases as he achieves success in his career.

So it's on her she dropped the ball / In the summers when I fall / Cuz you made that call
The blame for the failed relationship falls on the singer's former partner, who made a decision that caused the downfall of the relationship.

I keep moving on with my mind on the goal / Nothing could a stopped this my cups not full
Despite the heartbreak, the singer perseveres and continues to work towards his goals, feeling that nothing can hinder his success.

Now it shows that you didn't all know / When I had to let it go / So you hear my heart flow
The singer reflects on the fact that others did not know the extent of his pain and emotions when he needed to let go of the negative relationship. He channels his feelings through his music.

Let us break it down / Easily you understand / Easily I had a plan / Even if you make me fall / Just know I'm gonna take a stand
The singer is confident in himself and his plans, even if others do not support him or cause him to stumble. He will always stand up for himself.

Pray for protection when I step on the stage / Let the lights of this life blast the pain away / And I know there was nothing that you could ever tell me it's true / I had it all figured out and now I'm running it through
Before performing, the singer prays for strength and to be shielded from the pain of the past. He reflects that there was nothing anyone could have told him to change his mind about the failed relationship, and now, he is moving forward.

Stay moving dust starts to settle around / Gave up a little life just to gain a little ground / How'd make it this far without your love in my life / Carry me close to your heart I know it's hard
By staying active and progressing, the singer overcomes the pain and negativity caused by his past relationship. He acknowledges that it is difficult to move on and wishes for the love and support of his listeners.

An nothing can compare when the feelings is there / You got a little something something love-in like you never had nothing / Frontin just to get up and go / I'd do it for you and I know you know
The singer recognizes that the feeling of love cannot be compared to anything else. He acknowledges the love and support he receives from his listeners and is grateful for it, even if others are only pretending to care.

The sound that lingered in my ears was made by your tears / That told me that you love me wanna make it last / But we only had what is done is bad / Now I look to the sky just to cry / So forgive and let's live this life that I missed / Let's hit this life say hello with a fist
The singer recalls the sound of his former partner's tears, which were an expression of love and a desire to make the relationship work. He believes that their past was unfortunate but wants to move on and embrace life with positivity and enthusiasm.

We wished we knew now we can't stop it / You didn't make it I just can't top it / So I ask will you bless me pleases / Expanding my territories North to south just hear his mouth / The hands get weak and knees give out / I'm out
The singer reflects on the fact that he and his former partner cannot go back and change the past. He acknowledges that he has moved on and wants to ask for blessings as he continues on his journey, expanding his influence and message.

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Written by: Josh/Jin Akanishi

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